Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
- GRF1208 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 3 + 3 5.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Associate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Öğr. Gör. Sevinç YILMAZ
Instructor(s)
Goals Introducing Illustration art and it's techniques in visual communication tool to examine the practical examples
Course Content In this lesson, students examines illustration art as a visual communication and / or visual expression in practice.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 With this lesson, students knows and tells; Basic illustration knowledge, aesthetic and theoretical knowledge in this field
2 With this lesson, students knows basic methods of Illustration techniques and applies
3 As with competence in the field of illustration, can develop creative solutions.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week What is Illustration? Who is the illustrator? Examples of famous illustrators. Variety of illustration applications.
2. Week Drawing application methods and sketches
3. Week The activities in accordance with the illustration and examples. Crayons and color application methods.
4. Week Applications with Gouache and Watercolor Painting techniques
5. Week Illustrations with collage technique
6. Week Relationships of Illustration with the advertising, design and contemporary art and examples
7. Week Relationships of Illustration with the advertising, design and contemporary art and examples
8. Week Midterm exam
9. Week At the design stage , camera , scanner, contributions and achievements of drawing tablet and computer use
10. Week Examples of common techniques and specific areas such as reproduction of an old paintings, matte painting and medical illustrations
11. Week Subject specification, storyline, application forms, planning and design.
12. Week Projects under the plan sketches, creative ideas to express applications.
13. Week Project work
14. Week Project work
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Explains the basic concepts and principles of graphic design.
2 Uses creative thinking and problem-solving skills in the design process.
3 Selects and applies appropriate techniques and technologies in graphic design projects.
4 Creates designs appropriate for the target audience by using visual communication tools effectively.
5 Develops appropriate design solutions for digital and print media.
6 It provides a balanced balance between aesthetics and functionality in design projects.
7 Adapts to teamwork and takes an active role in interdisciplinary projects.
8 Acts with a sense of social responsibility by acting in accordance with professional ethical rules.
9 Reflects the experiences she gained during her vocational training in businesses into her design projects.
10 It follows innovations in the sector with its understanding of continuous learning and development.
11 Integrates artificial intelligence, augmented reality and other technological advancements into graphic design processes.
12 Uses media and information technologies effectively by developing digital literacy skills.
13 Applies creative reading and visual analysis skills in design processes.
14 Produces meaningful visuals using data-based graphics and information visualization tools.
15 Possesses knowledge, equipment and aesthetic awareness regarding art culture and history.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3
PY1 0 0 0
PY2 0 0 0
PY3 5 5 5
PY4 5 5 5
PY5 5 5 5
PY6 5 5 5
PY7 5 5 5
PY8 5 5 5
PY9 3 3 3
PY10 0 0 0
PY11 4 4 4
PY12 5 5 5
PY13 0 0 0
PY14 0 0 0
PY15 0 0 0
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • The Complete Guide to Drawing & Illustration – Peter Gray, 2009, IllusTRation – Collective Authors, Publisher İlke, 2012 How to be an Illustrator - D. Rees, London, 2008, Drawing: A Creative Process - F. D.K. Ching, New York, 1990, The Encyclopedia of Illustration Techniques - C. Slade, New York, 1997, The Illustrator's Bible - R. Howard, New York 1992, Creative Illustration - A. Loomis, New York, 2012
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 9 9
Homework 1 3 9 27
Final 1 8 8
Practice 14 6 84
Total Workload 128
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0